If non-cricket lovers are mystified as to how a game lasting five days can captivate the audience, they should read about the first Test between England and Australia, which concluded today (5th day) in a victory for England by 14 runs.That must have been the most topsy-turvy Test match I have ever followed, with the advantage veering from one side to the other. With England seemingly on the brink of victory, the last Australian pair at the wicket put on an heroic and defiant last wicket stand which just fell short in the end. A magnificent contest, with credit to both sides.